Nearly half of toys sold under £15 as parents cut back
An “unsettled economy” is blamed for falling sales of toys for the third consecutive year. Read More
Pay after inflation rises at fastest rate since 2021
Wage growth increased by 3.4% after taking into account inflation, driven by strong increases in the private sector. Read More
Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans
Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government’s drive for economic growth. Read More
Working from home ‘not proper work’ – ex-Asda boss
Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office. Read More
What executive orders did Trump sign on day one?
The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities. Read More
Rail nationalisation not a silver bullet, says Labour
The Transport Secretary says taking operators into public ownership doesn’t guarantee good service. Read More
Panama rejects Trump vow to ‘take back’ Panama Canal
Donald Trump claims China is operating the key US trade route but Panama says it belongs to them. Read More
‘I got £955 from a Child Trust Fund I didn’t know I had’
Latonya Skye-Paterson discovers she is one of thousands of people with money to claim on turning 18. Read More
Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown
The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move. Read More
Cidermaker wins appeal in ‘lookalike’ dispute with Aldi
The Somerset cider-maker wins an appeal after claiming Aldi had copied its packaging and taste. Read More